Qingjiangpu & Li Canal Cultural Corridor

清江浦·里运河文化长廊

Along the Qingjiangpu Canal, built during the Ming dynasty, the Qingjiang Great Sluice, Qingjiangpu Tower, Flower Street, and the Imperial Wharf are linked in one line. It is most beautiful at night.

Qingjiangpu is located in Qingjiangpu District of Huai'an city. During the Yongle era of the Ming dynasty, Chen Xuan dug the Qingjiangpu River, and the area became an important grain transport hub where the southern boats and northern horse caravans met. The Li Canal Cultural Corridor runs along the river and includes the Qingjiang Great Sluice, Qingjiangpu Tower, Imperial Wharf, Flower Street, Ciyun Zen Temple, and Zhongzhou Island. The riverside walkways and reconstructed old streets are free to enter. In the evening, you can take a canal boat for a night cruise, where light shows reflect off the ancient sluice gates. Ticket prices for boat rides vary, so check locally. It's best to arrive in the late afternoon, stroll Flower Street first, then take the boat.

Qingjiangpu & Li Canal Cultural Corridor

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